How to Pronounce "turtle"
word
/ˈtɝtəɫ/
TUR-tuhl
/tˈɜːtəl/
TUR-tuhl
Definition
A turtle is a reptile with a hard shell covering its body. It moves slowly on land, and many kinds live in the sea or in fresh water.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɝtəɫ/
British English
/tˈɜːtəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUR-tuhl
UK
TUR-tuhl
Listen in Context
A turtle has a hard shell.
I saw a turtle at the zoo.
The turtle moved very slowly.
We were lucky enough to spot a sea turtle while snorkeling.